4. Plan pit stops

Plan to stop every 2-3 hours to give your cat water and access to the litter box. (Photo: Thinkstock)

5. Pack extra supplies

If your cat needs any special food or medicines, be sure to pack extra to avoid emergencies. (Photo: Thinkstock)

6. Confirm your hotels

Call and confirm that any hotels where you’ll be staying will also allow your cat. Worried about how your cat will behave in the hotel? Watch this video for tips for helping pets have safe hotel stays. (Photo: Thinkstock)

7. Prepare for stress

8. Before you drive off

Exercise your cat by playing with her before you leave. Also, give her some food and water (unless your veterinarian directs you to do otherwise). (Photo: Thinkstock)

9. Keep your cat in the carrier

Restrain your cat while in the car avoid accidents and keep him safe.Worried that your cat will hate the carrier? Try these steps to help your cat like his carrier at the start of your travel planning. (Photo: Thinkstock)

10. Never leave your cat in the car!

Cars heat up fast and in only a matter of minutes your cat’s life could be in danger. Click on the image above to learn more about why you should never leave a pet in a car.

11. Share the infographic!

See all these tips in one easy-to-share infographic! Click through for the full-size image along with the code to easily emebd it on your own site or blog.